Cyprus's Monk seal population, Europe's most endangered marine mammal, is projected to rise to 20-22 seals by 2023, according to Minister Maria Panayiotou.
Cyprus's Monk seal population is expected to increase to 20-22 seals by 2023, according to the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment, Maria Panayiotou. Mediterranean seals, Europe's most endangered marine mammal, face threats such as habitat loss, urbanization, tourism pressures, and overfishing. The population growth offers hope for wildlife conservationists.
February 24, 2024
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